Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

These made using AI easy enough for anyone and a viable tool for educators and students. Let’s see what the Ask a Tech Teacher team says: Pros And Cons of AI in Education Artificial intelligence (AI) is making major inroads into education. This promotes better student engagement and accelerated learning.

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter I do get pretty angry as I go on forums about Artificial Intelligence in Education. Furthermore, as I add another feedback mechanism into my classroom, I find that my students are advancing and learning much faster than ever before. Relating to one another.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In a world where technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, education stands on the cusp of transformation. Imagine classrooms where teachers are empowered by cutting-edge technology and where students don't just learn from textbooks but co-create their educational journey.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 26, 2024

In today’s digital age, it’s easy for children and adults alike to get lost in screens and technology. However, it’s important to remember the value of unplugging and engaging in activities that promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Why Are STEM Board Games Important?

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ED Surge

MARCH 6, 2023

Fortunately, the education sector had time to smooth out some of these wrinkles, especially with improved connectivity and advancing technology such as artificial intelligence (AI). Having seen such positive changes firsthand, Elliott Levine , director of business development at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. ,

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Plato once quoted Socrates lamenting that, “If men learn this, it will implant forgetfulness in their souls; they will cease to exercise memory because they rely on that which is written.”1 1 The ancient philosopher was speaking, of course, of the latest technology in the B.C. era: hand-written scrolls. It worked out perfectly!

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STEM for Kids

APRIL 26, 2024

Raleigh, NC USA 4/25/2024 As the education landscape continues to evolve, educators are increasingly looking for innovative ways to prepare students for the future. Wondering how to effectively incorporate these technologies? ” Curious about the impact of Artificial Intelligence tools like ChatGPT and Bard? Get hands-on.

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ED Surge

MAY 19, 2022

A version of this article first appeared at the Medium site of the Stanford GSE Office of Innovation and Technology. And the technology may help address an age-old challenge in any classroom: motivation. The training content is broken up into short, personalized learning “pills” based on personal goals. In SuperSkills!,

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

As a lecturer at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, where I teach econometrics and research methods, I spend a lot of time thinking about the intersection between data, education and social justice — and how generative AI will reshape the experience of gathering, analyzing and using data for change.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 8, 2023

Are kids learning to think or just to pass tests? Consider a pedagogy that transcends rote memorization and the stock drills often found in today’s classrooms, expects critical thinking that teaches how to learn anything — not just school subjects. What is Growth Mindset? Why should you care?

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ED Surge

JANUARY 3, 2023

More than 50 years after Don Rawitsch introduced Oregon Trail in his eighth grade class, the debate continues : Can games become a legitimate tool for learning? Proponents of game-based learning have good reason to be optimistic—but also cautious. Proponents of game-based learning have good reason to be optimistic—but also cautious.

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Teach Hub

MARCH 15, 2024

In today’s classrooms, technology is a fundamental component of both teaching and learning. From individual laptops to interactive whiteboards to tablets loaded with educational apps, tech tools have transformed our classrooms. However, without technology, you’re compelled to engage in critical thinking.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 24, 2024

Considering how AI has rapidly entered education conversations, teachers and administrators are certainly represented in this statistic. Feelings of AI anxiety are valid for a technology that brings so much change and uncertainty. Students learn critical skills through NXTLVL's game-based learning program.

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Robot Lab

JULY 3, 2023

By Ronie Salazar Image by Freepik Our everyday lives now depend heavily on technology, and incorporating it into the classroom is critical for ensuring that students are prepared for the future. Educators can improve their teaching strategies, engage students, and offer tailored learning experiences by using technology.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 7, 2023

When I first wrote this article seven years ago, remote teaching was something done on snow days, teaching from home short-changed student learning, and parents were too busy to get involved in their child’s education. link] Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. So much has changed.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Critical Thinking : Interpreting graphs requires critical thinking skills. Students learn to analyze and interpret data, identify patterns and trends, and make inferences based on the information presented in the graph. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 25, 2022

“I've always thought games were good models for everything—how to learn, but also how to be,” says Arana Shapiro. She has dedicated much of her career to helping educators integrate technology with purpose into their curriculum. Can you share some of the obstacles you’ve faced promoting game-based learning?

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ED Surge

AUGUST 16, 2023

The integration of AI tools in English language arts (ELA) instruction has emerged as a potentially transformative pedagogical approach that could redefine the traditional landscape of education. You are still a thinking and feeling human being! I gave them permission to question the technology as well.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 9, 2024

Let’s explore five innovative strategies that make the most of these AI capabilities, tailored not only to keep pace with rapid technological advancements, but also to foster enhanced educational experiences! This isn’t just a technical feat; it underscores the growing emphasis on reliable information in education.

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CoderZ

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Videogames have captivated the world for decades, and when it comes to those who play, it has been a unique motivator to learn and persevere. The allure of virtual worlds, action-packed challenges, and immersive experiences has redefined how we approach teaching and learning.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Since the release of ChatGPT late last year, the essay has been declared dead as an effective way to measure learning. As educators have looked to alternatives to assigning essays, one idea that has bubbled up is to bring back oral exams. Even so, some educators have been giving the oral exam a try.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Tract is a peer-to-peer, on-demand, project-based learning platform designed for grades 3-12. It focuses on building student creativity, critical thinking, and independence–skills students need to become prosperous, happy adults. Why select a platform that doesn’t do education the way it’s always been done?

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Augmented reality (AR) is a technology that enriches the classroom learning experience by overlaying digital content onto real-world content, simply using devices that already exist in most classrooms, like tablets and smartphones. In educational settings, AR can be used in numerous ways to enhance teaching and engage students.

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, we welcome Billy Krakower, a nationally recognized educator with 16 years of experience and a passion for bringing technology and creativity into the classroom. Training and Founding Partner at Evolving Educators. So sign up today.

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ED Surge

JULY 17, 2023

As technology becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives, schools are recognizing the importance of equipping every student with a personal device to facilitate digital learning. EdSurge: What was the device rollout planning process like for Newburg Middle School? The purpose of the devices was what I preached.

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Accelerate Learning

JANUARY 12, 2023

STEM education benefits students of all ages. This is because STEM — science, technology, engineering, and math — education does more than teach specific school subjects. It hones critical thinking skills and helps students learn to navigate the complexities of group work.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Even so, some educators are trying to get ahead of the curve to help influence what kinds of education products and services emerge in the metaverse. This week the Brookings Institution released a policy brief titled “ A Whole New World: Education Meets the Metaverse. ” That's not what real learning is about.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 12, 2020

Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Brianna, has some general observations about STEM education in 2020: Stem Education in 2020. But, the importance of sciences and technologies has grown; that’s why professionals in certain fields have become headhunters’ “targets.” So, what is STEM education?

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Cool Cat Teacher

MARCH 25, 2023

I remember the 1990's when search began and everyone bemoaned how kids wouldn't think and how it was the end of education as we know it. Instead, we changed and started teaching in ways that required critical thinking that could not easily have the answers found on Google. What is Web 3.0? Really, what is it?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2018

In considering the question, Is technology outpacing you? , let’s first look at technology’s place in the current education landscape. True, it is touted as a magic wand that will fix all education woes. We darkly predict that the day will soon arrive when technology erases the need for teachers.

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Accelerate Learning

MARCH 22, 2024

Integrating engineering concepts into elementary education is a crucial topic in this day and age. It's about preparing students for a future where technology and engineering are central. Exposure to engineering concepts at a young age boosts STEM learning and builds a problem-solving mindset, which is key for tomorrow's innovators.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 17, 2015

With technology moving out of the lab and into the classroom, it’s becoming a challenge for some teachers to infuse their teaching with tech tools such as websites, educational games, simulations, iPads, Chromebooks, GAFE, and other geeky devices that used to be the purview of a select group of nerdy teachers. Attend webinars.

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ED Surge

MAY 5, 2023

Recently, EdSurge podcast host Carl Hooker discussed with field experts how educators can foster creativity for college and career readiness. Tacy Trowbridge Lead for Global Education Thought Leadership & Advocacy Adobe What importance does creativity play when it comes to college and career pathways?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 8, 2024

High School collects a diverse group of students into a large learning community, but it also prepares teenagers for a future as variable as any we can imagine. Today, as education leaders, you’re faced with an increasingly diverse student population, each with unique learning styles, abilities, and aspirations.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 10, 2023

3 Fun Ways to Use Tech in the Classroom in the Run-Up to Summer Summer is right around the corner and as a teacher, you might be in search of creative ways to leverage technology to ensure your classroom remains an entertaining, engaging and educational space. Fear not, we’ve got you covered! Another fantastic example is Lightbot.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Savvy educators have built lesson plans based on this interest for years. Today, because of the changes in education, the use of games to reinforce learning, to teach, and to engage students in their own education has become one of the most effective tools to bridge the gap between school-based and remote learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 3, 2022

As teachers move from a “teacher-lecturer” model of education to a “teacher-guide”, peer-to-peer learning–acquiring knowledge from a select peer group–has become a popular education strategy. Content is vetted, curated, and reviewed by qualified teachers to ensure its educational rigor.

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